Displaying Artwork at Home

October 10, 2024

Being a full-time work-at-home artist has its perks. I can display my artwork throughout my home and rearrange it whenever I want!

My goal has always been to have an artful, calm, and cozy home. I’m always looking for creative ways to display artwork at home.

Depending on color schemes, I have painted new pieces specifically for a room. I have also swapped out framed paintings when I ship or have a return from a gallery or exhibition. I carefully hang the work at eye level – around 57-62″ off the floor is best for viewing.

Ginger Jar | Large Glass Jar (similar) | Faux Florals (similar)

There are several factors to consider re: why and how to know which hanging height is best.

  1. size and style of your artwork
  2. height of the ceiling
  3. height of the primary viewers in your home
  4. whether the artwork is above furniture or other obstructions

Having your paintings low enough relates them to the other objects in your house. Hanging a painting too high can ruin its “look” by making It float in its space.

Shop these creative display easels:

I love the tabletop easels and vertical display stands. This Michael’s version is so budget friendly!

When my clients and patrons visit my home studio, I often walk them around my house to showcase different framing styles. This helps them make an informed decision about the piece they have purchased. As a bonus service, I often accompany my clients to the framer to help them choose the best frame for their piece.

Rattan Shelving (similar) | Open Wooden Lantern (similar)

As I’ve matured in my painting, my framing style has also changed. Some pieces are matted while others are not. Oftentimes, the deciding factor here is the weight and size of the painting on the wall. Does it need to take up more space? Can it be a small miniature on a tabletop easel?

Matted and unmatted samples are all around my home. I never choose a colored mat and feel these distract from the painting. (You’ll rarely see colored mats in museums and exhibits so be careful here!). I also love to use a “filet” to help set off the painting in its frame. The sunflower painting below has a small linen filet (not a mat) inside the gold frame.

I love to tuck small miniature pieces into bookshelves. These little jewels beg to be seen from a cozier view. Some paintings are meant to stand out on walls and in more prominent locations. When a new exhibiting opportunity comes around, I can pluck these pieces from their spots and replace them as needed.

Coral (similar) | Green Bud Vase Collection (similar)

In my working studio, I often choose to clip my unframed paintings to string and hang them around my space. This is a great way to study recent work and be inspired by it!

How to Display Art in Your Home

Table Easel | Red and White Twine | Clothespins

xoxo,

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I'm Bethany

I believe in  the act of creativity  in small everyday moments  to make life more beautiful and meaningful..

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